Privacy Policy

At ASPIRE (Association of Small, Progressive, Innovative & Rising Enterprises), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information of our members, partners, and visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you engage with our services, visit our website, or become a member of our ecosystem.

1. Information We Collect

When you interact with ASPIRE, we may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information – Name, contact details, email address, phone number, company/organization name, and designation.

  • Membership Data – Information shared during the membership application process such as business type, sector, and size.

  • Payment Information – Limited payment details for processing membership fees (processed through secure third-party payment gateways).

  • Usage Data – Non-personal information like IP addresses, browser type, and website usage patterns to improve user experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your data is used strictly for the purpose of providing ASPIRE services, including:

  • Processing membership applications and renewals.

  • Sharing updates on government schemes, MSME grants, and Startup opportunities.

  • Providing mentorship, advisory, and business development support.

  • Communicating important notifications, newsletters, and event invitations.

  • Enhancing our services and website functionality.

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

3. Data Security

ASPIRE takes all reasonable steps to ensure that your personal data is stored securely. Access to personal information is restricted to authorized team members only, and we use industry-standard safeguards to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

4. Sharing of Information

We may share limited member information only in the following cases:

  • With government bodies or partner institutions strictly for processing applications for schemes, subsidies, or grants.

  • With trusted third-party service providers (e.g., payment gateways, event organizers) who assist us in delivering our services.

All third parties are required to maintain confidentiality and use your data only for the agreed purpose.

5. Cookies & Website Usage

Our website may use cookies to enhance browsing experience and analyze traffic. Users may choose to disable cookies in their browser, though some website features may not function properly.

6. Your Rights

As a member, you have the right to:

  • Access, update, or correct your personal information.

  • Opt out of promotional communications at any time.

  • Request clarification on how your data is being used.

7. Contact Us

If you have any concerns about our Privacy Policy or data practices, please contact us:

8. Policy Updates

ASPIRE reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements or service improvements. Any updates will be posted on our website, and members are encouraged to review this page regularly.